10 Oct Where can I find more information?
Please feel free to call us at (970) 219-5020 or email scott@contextuallc.com...
10 Oct What are some of the characteristics of the teachers that teach Geometry in Construction?
1)Teachers need to understand that programs like this requires extra time and if they are already committed to many other things (coaching, etc) this may put too much burden on them. 2)Teachers must be hungry for change. 3)We have found that age or experience in the classroom...
10 Oct How do you encourage teachers (math or construction) to team up to come to a training?
1)The teachers that have attended were wanting to change their teaching methods. They realize that there are groups of students that they are not reaching.2)Offering college credit to teachers for attending.3)Provide opportunities for the pair of teachers to be together. Such as a planning day, attending...
10 Oct Do I have to build a house?
No. Other capstone projects are okay. However, the project must be big enough to hook the students. A school in Texas is building a smaller hunting/deer cabin. Schools have used elaborate playhouses....
10 Oct What other school districts are using this program?
Call us at (970) 219-5020 to find out if there is a district in your area...
10 Oct Can a district request individual district training?
Yes, we conduct district trainings in additional to regional trainings. Call us at (970) 219-5020 to find out the details....
10 Oct Does the math teacher need to teach construction?
Yes. We find it more manageable and fun when the math teacher is involved on the build site. The construction teacher can teach the math teacher anything necessary related to the construction site....
10 Oct Does the construction teacher need to teach the math?
No. He/she needs to be willing to learn/participate in the geometry class....
10 Oct How do I register for professional development?
Visit www.contextuallc.com...
10 Oct How does the cost of this training compare to books or other trainings?
Since a geometry problem bank is included in the training, you do not need to purchase textbooks. Geometry in Construction implementation compares favorably to Project Lead the Way....